The operator of land-based casinos, resorts and online gaming Bally’s Corporation announced today a multi-faceted marketing partnership with the New York Yankees. In-Stadium Brand Visibility The agreement between Bally’s and the 27-time World Series Champions marks the operator’s first sports betting partnership in New York following its launch of online sports betting operations in the […]
Innovative lottery ticket-selling app Jackpocket continued with its efforts to establish a presence in sports via an agreement with Major League Baseball (MLB) franchise New York Mets. ‘Ways to Meet Players Where They Are’ The strategic partnership between Jackpocket and the New York Mets named the lottery ticket seller the Official Digital Lottery Partner of […]
New York is one step away from establishing the Problem Gambling Advisory Council (PGAC) after the bill sponsored by State Sen. Alessandra Biaggi and Assembly member Linda Rosenthal successfully cleared the Assembly and Senate and landed on Gov. Kathy Hochul’s desk to be signed into law. Legislative Base S409A/A658A which calls on the state to […]
According to industry insiders, sportsbook operator Bally Bet may finally launch in New York within the next week. The Rhode Island-based brand will be the last of the state’s nine regulated sportsbooks to launch and will face an uphill battle to secure a market share. Recent Launch Delays Could Be an Intentional Move by Bally’s […]
An elderly woman from The Bronx was sentenced to five years in probation for bilking the federal government with over $650,000. She will also have to pay back the money under the plea bargain most of which she had lost at the casino. Second Degree Grand Larceny Carmen Soto, 77, was spared a prison sentence […]
Just five months have passed since the launch of sports betting in the state of New York but the generated revenue has gone through the roof making New York a leader in sports betting. The new gambling opportunities have brought in the whopping amount of $267 million in tax revenue, divided into $263 million from […]
Innovative sports betting technology company Simplebet announced a change in personnel, promoting Mark Nerenberg to the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Assuming Wider Responsibilities Simplebet is expanding the scope of responsibilities for its Chief Product Officer Nerenberg by promoting him to the role of COO. Nerenberg has been serving as CPO at the tech […]
Full-scale casinos are coming to New York, and the middling protests against this decision are unlikely to sway the state’s intention to give out three full licenses this year. The establishments fortunate enough to receive one will gain the ability to introduce live dealers and host table games such as poker, roulette, and blackjack. The […]
All addictions can be harmful, and gambling is no exception. As a means to combat that and provide help, New York is implementing a new QR code system on scratch-off tickets for quick connections with trained professionals. Problem gambling gets attention Problem gambling or gambling addiction can be an issue for anyone from any walk […]
MGM Resorts’ exclusive sports betting partner MGM announced its $1.3 billion net revenue plans for 2022 and projected earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization loss of $430 million during a recent investor day. Soon after, the company expressed its desire to be more cautious regarding its presence in the New York market until the […]
